INSUL-SHEET
Sheet Insulation
Flexible Closed Cell Insulation
Made in USA
Designed for the HVAC/R Industry
DESCRIPTION
INSUL-SHEET® insulation is an
environmentally friendly, CFC-free,
flexible elastomeric thermal insula-
tion. It is black in color and supplied
as flat sheets (36" x 48") in standard
thicknesses of 1/8" thru 2". It is sup-
plied skin two sides in 1/4” and above.
INSUL-SHEET® is also available in
rolls, with a standard roll width of 48".
INSUL-SHEET® is non-porous, non-
fibrous and resists mold growth. The
Bio-Guard™ antimicrobial system pro-
vides added protection against mold,
fungal and bacterial growth. The active
ingredient in Bio-Guard™ is registered
with the EPA.
K-Flex USA elastomeric insulation prod-
ucts are GREENGUARD certified as
low VOC materials, meeting the require-
ments of the “Children and Schools”
classification, the most stringent
requirements. Additionally, all K-Flex
USA elastomeric insulation products are
GREENGUARD listed for mold resis-
tance and meet the “mold resistant”
criteria.
APPLICATIONS
INSUL-SHEET® insulation is used to
retard heat gain and prevent condensa-
tion or frost formation on cold equip-
ment, tanks, vessels, ducts, or large
O.D. pipes. It also effectively retards
heat loss when used on hot equipment,
ducts, or large pipes. INSUL-SHEET®
Refer to K-Flex USA L.L.C.
can be used as duct covering. INSUL-
SHEET® is recommended for applica-
tions ranging from -297°F to 220°F
(-182°C to 104°C) when used as pipe
insulation where only the seams and
butt joints are glued. On full adhesion
applications, the upper limit is 200°F
(93°C).
INSUL-SHEET® has a very tough
skin which withstands tearing, rough
handling, and severe environmental
conditions, and yet is quite flexible for
easy installation. INSUL-SHEET® has
superior cold weather flexibility.
INSUL-SHEET® thickness has been
calculated to control condensation
on cold surfaces. Refer to the table
on the reverse side for specific rec-
ommendations.
INSTALLATION
When INSUL-SHEET® insulation is
applied to ductwork and equipment,
use 100% coverage of an approved
contact adhesive. With a contact
adhesive, both surfaces to be joined
should be coated and then joined
after the adhesive is dry to the touch.
Compression joints with adhesive
applied should be used on all butt
edges. INSUL-SHEET® is also avail-
able with pre-applied pressure sensi-
tive adhesive (PSA) with easy to use
release liner. Contact K-Flex USA for
specific installation instructions.
OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS
For optimum performance, outdoor
applications require 374 UV Protective
Coating or other recommended pro-
tective coating, cladding or jacketing.
For more detailed information refer to
the Application Guide.
RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE
VAPOR FLOW
The closed-cell structure and unique
formulation of INSUL-SHEET® effec-
tively retards the flow of moisture
vapor, and is considered a low trans-
mittance vapor retarder. For most
applications, INSUL-SHEET® needs
R 8
sheet
to meet International Energy
Conservation Code requirements
for Outdoor Ductwork
Protected by the
Bio-Guard™ System
no additional protection.
Additional vapor barrier protection
may be necessary for INSUL-SHEET®
when installed on low temperature
surfaces that are exposed to
continuous high humidity.
FLAME AND SMOKE RATING
INSUL-SHEET® insulation in thick-
nesses of 1 1/2" (38 mm) and below
has a flame spread rating of 25 or
less and a smoke development rating
of 50 or less as tested by ASTM E 84
Method of Testing entitled: “Surface
Burning Characteristics of Building
Materials.”
INSUL-SHEET® insulation is accept-
able for use in duct/plenum applica-
tions meeting the requirements of
NFPA 90A/B.
Numerical flammability ratings alone may not define
the performance of products under actual fire condi-
tions. They are provided only for use in the selection of
products to meet limits specified, when compared to a
known standard.
SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE
ASTM C 534 Type 2 (Sheet), Grade 1
ASTM D 1056-00-2C1
New York City MEA 186-86-M Vol. IV
USDA Requirements
STC = 17 per ASTM E 90
UL 94-5V Flammability Classification
(Recognition No. E300774)
ASTM E 84 1 1/2" 25/50-tested according to
UL 723 and NFPA 255
Complies with requirements of
CAN/ULC S102-03
NFPA No. 101 Class A Rating
Meets requirements of NFPA 90A/B
Sect. 2.3.3 for Supplementary
Materials for Air Distribution Systems
Meets requirements of UL 181
sections 11.0 and 16.0
(Mold Growth/Air Erosion)
Meets requirements of ASTM C 411
(Test Method for Hot Surface Performance of
High Temperature Thermal Insulation)
MIL-P-15280, Form S (Sheet)
R8 Sheet meets R-value requirements of the
International Energy Conservation Code for
Outdoor Ductwork.
INSUL-SHEET® S2S Sheet Insulation
PRODUCT DATA

Physical Properties INSUL-SHEET® Test

Insulation Methods

Thermal Conductivity (K) 90°F (32°C) Mean Temp .27 (.039) ASTM C 177/C 518
BTU -in/hr - Ft2 - °F (W/mK) 75°F (24°C) Mean Temp .25 (.036) ASTM C 177/C 518

Operating Temperature Range Upper 220°F (104°C)

Flexible to -40°F (-40°C) Lower -297°F (-182°C)
Water Vapor Permeability Dry Cup. Perm-In <0.06 ASTM E 96
Water Absorption % <0.20 by volume ASTM C 209
Flame Spread (up to 1-1/2” thickness) Not greater than 25 ASTM E 84
Smoke Developed (up to 1-1/2” thickness) Not greater than 50 ASTM E 84
Ozone Resistance Pass ASTM D 1171
Chemical/ Solvent Resistance Good
Mildew Resistance/Air Erosion Pass UL 181

Sound Absorption Co-efficients at Frequency

ASTM C-423/E-795 Type A Mounting/Sabins/Sq. Ft.
Thickness 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1000Hz 2000Hz 4000Hz NRC
1/4” (6mm) 0.00 0.03 0.05 0.10 0.25 0.45 0.10
1/2” (12mm) 0.03 0.04 0.08 0.15 0.40 0.25 0.20
1” (25mm) 0.10 0.15 0.45 0.30 0.40 0.33 0.35

Thickness Recommendations* - To Control Condensation

Sheet Size Ducts - Tanks - Vessels - Equipment - Metal - Surface Temperature
50°F 10°C 35°F 2°C 0˚F -18˚C -20˚ F -29˚C
Normal Conditions (Max 85°F, 29°C - 70% R.H.) 1/2" 13 mm 3/4" 19 mm 1" 25 mm 1-1/2" 38 mm**
Mild Conditions (Max 80˚F, 26˚C - 50% R.H.) 1/8" 3mm 1/4" 6 mm 1/2" 13 mm 3/4" 19 mm
Severe Conditions (Max 90˚F, 32˚C -80% RH) 3/4" 19 mm 1" 25 mm 1-3/4" 44 mm** 2" 50 mm**
**Multiple Layers

*INSUL-SHEET® in thickness noted within the specified temperature ranges will prevent condensation on indoor piping under design condi-
tions defined below.
Normal: Maximum severity of indoor conditions seldom exceed 85°F (29°C) and 70% R.H. in United States.
Mild: Typical conditions are most air-conditioned spaces and arid climates.
Severe: Generally found in areas where excessive moisture is introduced or in poorly ventilated areas where the temperature may be
depressed below the ambient. Under conditions of higher humidity, additional thickness of insulation may be required.
NOTE: Thickness recommendations calculated using 0.2575 K-factor (0.25 plus 3% test error allowance)

INSUL-SHEET® “R” Values (based on nominal thickness)

R Value R Value R Value R Value R Value R Value

3/8”* 1/2”* 3/4”* 1”* 1 1/2”* 2”*

1.5 2 3 4 6 8

*All sizes are nominal.

Note: “R” factors were calculated using a K factor of 0.2575 (0.25 plus 3% test error allowance at 75°F, 24°C mean temp.) and nominal wall thickness is each case.
Lower operating temperatures will result in improved R values. Contact Technical Services for specific recommendations.

R 8
sheet
to meet International Energy
Conservation Code requirements
for Outdoor Ductwork

K-Flex USA - 100 Nomaco Drive - Youngsville, NC 27596 - toll free 800-765-6475 - fax 800-765-6471 - www.kflexusa.com

©February 2008 K-Flex USA. INSUL-SHEET is a registered trademark of K-Flex USA. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED Mark
is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.
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